| Description | Canthin-6-one (NSC 103003)is an alkaloid isolated from Allium neapolitanum with antibacterial activity and inhibitory effect against Mycobacterium tuberculosis. |
| In vitro | Canthin-6-one alkaloids inhibit NO release from RAW264.7 cells in a dose-dependent manner. |
| Synonyms | NSC 103003 |
| molecular weight | 220.23 |
| Molecular formula | C14H8N2O |
| CAS | 479-43-6 |
| Storage | store at low temperature,keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| References | 1. O'Donnell G, Gibbons S. Antibacterial activity of two canthin-6-one alkaloids from Allium neapolitanum. Phytother Res. 2007;21(7):653-657. |